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Primula pulverulenta Bartley hybrids

Also Known As

Primula pulverulenta 'Bartley's Strain'
Bartley's Strain Candelabra Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

5a-9b

Primula pulverulenta Bartley hybrids plant details

Primula pulverulenta Bartley hybrids is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula pulverulenta Bartley hybrids

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula pulverulenta Bartley hybrids

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Without a doubt, the best of all the x polyanthus primula (a cross between Primula veris and Primula vulgaris). These strains were developed by Florence Bellis in Bellingham Washington in the 1920's through the 1950's. When she retired in the 1950's, she passed along the torch to Jared and Sylvia Sinclair in the UK, who just recently passed it again to Angela Bradford in France. The colors, vigor and overall appearance of the plants are beyond description except to say that the color range covers the entire spectrum. We grow over 100 of the 600+ strains and offer them as a mix. As time permits, we will be offering them by color and shade. Plants prefer full shade in warmer areas of the US, but can take full sun in the North and in the higher elevations. The plants are evergreen for me and flower very early in the Spring.